04/02/2013

Bicycle Rules and Safety

Individuals who wish to ride a bicycle on Laboratory property are
encouraged to obtain a permit from the Site Access Office. These
voluntary permits are available as a means to facilitate access
through the entry gates at the Laboratory for bicyclists.

All
bicycle riders on Laboratory property must wear helmets that have
been approved by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Bicyclists, like operators of motor vehicles and motorcycles, must obey
all California Vehicle Code (CVC) and Berkeley Lab traffic and parking
regulations when riding on Laboratory property. This includes, but is
not limited to:

Obeying all posted speed limits or the basic speed
law, whichever is slower.

Obeying all traffic rules and signs.

Ensuring bicyclists use a headlamp (white lamp) during periods of
darkness.

The use of flashing rear lights and reflective devices or
clothing above and beyond what is specified in the CVC is strongly
encouraged by the Laboratory to improve the visibility of riders on
the roadways. You should ensure to recharge the bike headlights, and
keep the brakes dry (essential during the wet season).

Bicycles
(or motor vehicles) may not be parked in areas that could compromise
the access to or use of life safety or emergency equipment (e.g., fire
hydrants, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency rescue
boxes). Bicycles are also prohibited from being parked in building
corridors, stairwells, entrances or exits or other areas that
could interfere with proper access and egress from Laboratory buildings.

The ESD Management discourages staff from parking their bicycles
inside the buildings and/or offices. There is a new interior
bike storage room in B74 1st floor and additional bike racks will be
installed in the area between B74 and B84 - closest to basement.